Ferrous Fumarate BP
Abstract
Ferrous Fumarate is the fumarate salt form of the mineral iron, occurring as a reddish-orange powder, used to supplement iron intake. It has the chemical formula C4H2FeO4.
Use/Application
Used as a dietary supplement, and to prevent or treat iron deficiency related syndromes.
Identity
Chemical Name: Ferrous Fumarate
Synonyms: Iron (II) fumarate
Mol. Formula: C4H2FeO4
Mol. Weight: 169.9 g/mol
CAS No.: 141-01-5
General Specifications
| Test | Specification |
| Description | It occurs as fine, reddish-orange or reddish –brown powder |
| Identification
Test (A) Test (B)
Test (C) |
a. Thin-layer chromatography b. Specified Test. An orange-yellow color develops and the solution shows no fluorescence. c. It gives reactions of iron |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Sulfates | Not more than 0.2% |
| Arsenic | Not more than 5 ppm |
| Ferric Ion | Not more than 2.0% |
| Cadmium | Not more than 10 ppm |
| Chromium | Not more than 200 ppm |
| Lead | Not more than 20 ppm |
| Mercury | Not more than 1 ppm |
| Nickel | Not more than 200 ppm |
| Zinc | Not more than 500 ppm |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 1.0% |
| Assay | Not less than 93.0% and not more than 101.0% (dried substance) |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
